- 1 year ago
Windows VS - Xamarin IOS info.plist Device Orientation Changes After Save
If the device orientation in the info.plist
file for Xamarin iOS changes unexpectedly after saving, it's possible that there is an issue with the configuration or a conflict with other settings. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve the problem:
Check File Encoding: Ensure that the
info.plist
file is saved with the correct file encoding. It should be saved as a UTF-8 encoded file.Check File Format: Make sure the
info.plist
file is in the correct XML format. Any syntax errors in the file can cause unexpected behavior.Manually Edit
info.plist
: Instead of using the Visual Studio designer, try manually editing theinfo.plist
file using a text editor to set the desired device orientation. Make sure to follow the correct XML structure for theinfo.plist
file.Clean and Rebuild: Sometimes, build artifacts or cached data can cause issues. Try cleaning the project and performing a fresh rebuild to ensure you are using the latest configuration.
Check Other Settings: Verify that there are no conflicting settings in your project configuration or in the Xamarin.iOS project options related to device orientation.
Update Xamarin.iOS and Visual Studio: Ensure that you are using the latest version of Xamarin.iOS and Visual Studio. Bugs and issues are often fixed in newer releases.
Check Version Control: If you are using version control (e.g., Git), make sure that there are no merge conflicts or unintended changes in the
info.plist
file.Reopen Visual Studio: If you have made manual changes to the
info.plist
file outside Visual Studio, try closing and reopening the solution in Visual Studio to ensure that it picks up the changes.Check Build Events: If you have custom build events that modify the
info.plist
file, check them for any issues or unexpected changes.
If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider seeking help on the Xamarin forums or Microsoft Developer Community, where you can share more details about your project setup and get more specific assistance from the community or Xamarin experts.